Clinical Project Managers

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 46,584 - 63,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent healthcare coverage

14.2% retirement contributions

50% tuition reduction

Flexible spending accounts

Employee discounts on products and services

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is hiring a Clinical Project Manager for the University of Utah. This position coordinates clinical studies, prepares documents, and ensures compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will manage relationships with various stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams.

Levels I, II and III are available, each requiring respective qualifications and offering different pay ranges. Comprehensive benefits and potential hybrid work options are included.

Qualifications

• Up to 2 years of directly related work experience (Clinical Project Manager I).
• 4 years of directly related work experience (Clinical Project Manager II).
• 6 years of directly related work experience (Clinical Project Manager III).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of clinical studies from initiation to delivery.
• Prepare study-related documentation such as protocol worksheets and IRB documents.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory regulations and study objectives.

Skills

Project management methodologies

Excellent written and verbal communication

Analytic and problem-solving

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor's degree (or equivalency)

Master's degree (or equivalency)

Job description

Clinical Project Managers

Job Summary

The Division of Infectious Disease has an immediate opening for a Clinical Project Manager in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah Spencer F. Eccles School of Medicine. Coordinate all aspects of clinical and epidemiological studies from initiation through delivery. Build and maintain relationships with sponsors, faculty, investigators, and other division and department staff along with external collaborators. Prepare study‑related documentation such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review board documents, data use agreements and progress reports. Maintain required records and ensure compliance with protocols, regulatory regulations, and overall study objectives. Record adverse event and side effect data and confer with investigators regarding reporting of events to oversight agencies. Utilize project management methodologies, lead cross‑functional teams, resolve issues within studies, and ensure that all targets, timelines, budgets, and requirements are met.

This position is posted at multiple job levels. Each level has distinct qualifications, responsibilities, which will be assessed during the selection process. Final placement, including the associated pay rate, will be determined based on business needs and budget considerations.

Department Summary

The Department of Pediatrics is the second largest department in the University of Utah School of Medicine and one of the largest pediatric departments in the country. We are committed to improving the lives of children through excellence in advocacy, education, research, and clinical care. For more information about the Department of Pediatrics, visit https://medicine.utah.edu/pediatrics/. Mutual respect and appreciation are highly valued in the department.

Benefits Summary

The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Excellent healthcare coverage at affordable rates (see SummaryComparison for more information)
• 14.2% retirement contributions
• Generous paid leave time
• 11 paid holidays per year
• 50% tuition reduction for employees, spouses, and dependent children
• Flex spending accounts
• University provided basic employee life insurance coverage equal to a salary of up to $25,000
• Variety of elective insurance coverage, including life insurance, short and long‑term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet
• Free transit on most UTA services
• Employee discounts on a variety of products and services, including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
• Professional development opportunities

Additional benefits information is available at https://benefits.utah.edu/.

Employee Health Requirements

This position is patient‑sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient‑sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions: Coordinate all aspects of clinical and epidemiological studies from initiation through delivery in the Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases. Build and maintain relationships with sponsors, faculty investigators, and other division and department staff along with external collaborators. Prepare study‑related documentation such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review board documents, data use agreements and progress reports. Maintain required records and ensure compliance with protocols, regulatory regulations, and overall study objectives. Record adverse event and side effect data and confer with investigators regarding reporting of events to oversight agencies. Utilize project management methodologies, lead cross‑functional teams, resolve issues within studies, and ensure that all targets, timelines, budgets, and requirements are met.

1. Manage administrative components of research studies.
2. Meet regularly with Division research leaders to prioritize tasks.
3. Complete and maintain IRB, DUA and other essential documentation for all studies.
4. Ability to perform chart reviews and data abstraction.

Clinical Project Manager I

Requires basic skill set and proficiency. Conduct work assignments as directed. Closely supervised with little latitude for independent judgment. Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) with up to 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree. This is an Entry‑Level position in the General Professional track. Job Code: PZ6481, Grade: P13, Expected Pay Range: $46,584 to $63,300.

Clinical Project Manager II

Requires moderate skill set and proficiency in discipline. Conducts work assignments of increasing complexity, under moderate supervision with some latitude for independent judgment. Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience. This is a Developing‑Level position in the General Professional track. Job Code: PZ6482, Grade: P15, Expected Pay Range: $56,367 to $76,593.

Clinical Project Manager III

Considered highly skilled and proficient in discipline. Conducts complex, important work under minimal supervision and with wide latitude for independent judgment. Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience. This is a Career‑Level position in the General Professional track. Job Code: PZ6483, Grade: P17, Expected Pay Range: $68,204 to $84,883.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Clinical Project Manager I: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) with up to 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree.

Clinical Project Manager II: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

Clinical Project Manager III: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences

• At least 2 years of directly related work experience (or equivalency).
• Experience with IRB preparation, data use agreements, contracts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong analytic and problem‑solving skills.

  Work Information

  Requisition Number: PRN45089B
  Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
  Work Schedule Summary: Full‑time, Monday - Friday, standard hours of 8am - 5pm with some flexibility in start/end times. Hours may vary based on operational needs. Opportunities for a hybrid telework schedule may be considered after the initial training period, provided the arrangement is supported by operational needs and individual performance. Telework arrangements are not guaranteed and may be modified or discontinued at any time based on business requirements or performance. Employees approved for hybrid telework must provide their own private workspace, secure internet connection, and demonstrate the ability to work independently.
  Department: 00848 - Pediatric Administration
  Location: Campus
  Pay Rate Range: Depends on Experience
  Close Date: 8/18/2026
  Open Until Filled: N/A

  To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/202210

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